1}select the correct division of the word quadrliateral into its preefix,base,and suffix.
a.qua-dri-lat-eral
b.quad-ri-lateral
c.quad-ri-lat-eral
d.quadr-i-later-al
This dictionary shows only two divisions.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/quadrilateral
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From the above dictionary:
"Origin:
1640–50; < L quadrilater(us) four-sided + -al1. See quadri-, lateral
Word Origin & History
quadrilateral
1650, from L. quadrilaterus, from quadri- "four" + latus (gen. lateris) "side" (see oblate (n.)).
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper "
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To determine the correct division of the word "quadrilateral" into its prefix, base, and suffix, we need to understand the meanings and origins of each part.
A prefix is a word part that is added to the beginning of a base word to modify its meaning. A base is the core part of a word that holds the primary meaning, while a suffix is a word part that is added to the end of a base word to modify its meaning or function.
Now let's analyze the given options:
a. qua-dri-lat-eral
b. quad-ri-lateral
c. quad-ri-lat-eral
d. quadr-i-later-al
The word "quadrilateral" consists of the prefix "quad-" and the base "lateral." The prefix "quad-" means "four," indicating that the word is associated with the number four. The base "lateral" refers to the sides of a shape.
Analyzing the options:
a. "qua-dri-lat-eral" - This division includes the correct prefix "quad-" at the beginning and the correct base "lateral" at the end.
b. "quad-ri-lateral" - This division also includes the correct prefix "quad-" at the beginning, but the base is divided incorrectly.
c. "quad-ri-lat-eral" - This division includes the correct prefix "quad-" at the beginning, but the base is divided incorrectly.
d. "quadr-i-later-al" - This division includes the correct prefix "quad-" at the beginning, but the base is divided incorrectly.
The correct division of the word "quadrilateral" into its prefix, base, and suffix is option a. qua-dri-lat-eral.